Aboriginal Health Practitioners Class 4 - Remuneration Package Range
($131,921 - $136,296) including salary $116,392 - $120,252 + Generous allowances!
East Arnhem Population Health Services
Nhulunbuy with frequent travel to Alyangula, Angurugu, Umbakumba - Groote Eylandt, Northern Territory

This vacancy may be available in either Alyangula or Angurugu or Umbakumba subject to negotiation with the successful applicant.

An amazing opportunity is available within the East Arnhem Population Primary Health Care team to work as part of a multidisciplinary health team and engage closely with other service providers.

As the Aboriginal Health Practitioner Men’s Health, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Men’s Health program on the four communities in the Groote Eylandt Archipelago, requiring close collaboration with the Manager of Population Health, and Director of Primary Health Care for East Arnhem Region.

You will work closely with the Remote Area Clinic staff including Remote Area Nurses, Clinic Managers and General Practitioners to provide a proactive and preventative approach to service delivery in this high priority program.

To be successful, you will have:

Current registration with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board.

Demonstrated experience in program management skills

The benefits

Great career and lifestyle opportunities

Competitive wages and salary packaging

6 weeks annual leave

3 weeks personal leave

12 % superannuation

Fares out of isolated location (FOIL) 2 per year (3 if based on Groote Eylandt)

Furnished accommodation supplied

Uplift at beginning and end of contract

Freight allowances for Groote Eylandt and perishable allowance for Nhulunbuy

Housing for this position is based in Nhulunbuy with the intent to move the position to Alyangula, Groote Eylandt (Australia’s third largest Island) which has a population of approx. 1,500 when housing becomes available. It has all essential services including a school, a primary health care clinic, shopping complex, childcare centres, recreation club, nine-hole golf course and sporting facilities.

Lifestyle and community

Alyangula is a fantastic place to live, learn and work. It is known for its pristine natural and marine environment, spectacular scenery, Aboriginal art and culture. Groote Eylandt (northernterritory.com)

Groote Eylandt is in the East Arnhem region - known for its beautiful beaches, amazing culture, relaxed lifestyle, and invigorating wildlife trails.

The Northern Territory offers an enviable lifestyle and work-life balance that allows you time to explore picturesque landscapes and culturally significant sites, enjoy the array of food, arts and culture. The Territory is a rich melting pot of cultures with a strong community spirit, making it a great place to live, work and make new friends.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Tessa Lake on 0428 013 869 or [email protected] or Naomi Gallagher on 0408 560 686 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 22745
Closing date: 23/09/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search